Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Union City Neighborhood of Union City, NJ (1,606 Rentals)

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property at 1810 Palisade Ave

$2,495

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$2,495

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$2,495

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1810 Palisade Ave, Unit 1R

1810 Palisade Ave
Union CityNJ07087
property at 817 15th St

$2,290 - $2,590

2 Bedroom Rentals

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817 15th St

Union CityNJ07087

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property at 814 28th St

$2,450

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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814 28th St

Union CityNJ07087
property at 809-815 22nd St

$2,750 - $2,950

2 Bedroom Rentals

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809-815 22nd St

Union CityNJ07087
property at 712 17th St

$2,500

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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712 17th St

Union CityNJ07087

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property at 725 Sip St

$2,650

2 Bedroom Rentals

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725 Sip St

Union CityNJ07087
property at 380 Mountain Rd

$2,780 - $3,100

1 Bedroom Rentals

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380 Mountain Rd

Union CityNJ07087
property at 409 6th St

$2,750

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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409 6th St

Union CityNJ07087

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property at 2000 West St

$4,995

4 Bedroom Rentals

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2000 West St

Union CityNJ07087
property at 116 36th St

$2,800 - $3,800

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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116 36th St

Union CityNJ07087

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property at 2903 Central Ave

$2,600

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2903 Central Ave

Union CityNJ07087
property at 207 39th St

$2,000 - $3,850

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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207 39th St

Union CityNJ07087

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Union City

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Union City area of Union City, NJ?

As of today, July 26, 2026, there are currently 1,606 available Downtown Union City apartments priced from $800 to $17,007, with an average monthly rent of $4,224.

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Union City?

There are currently 784 Studio Apartments in Downtown Union City with rent ranges from $1,900 to $7,017 with an average price of $3,662.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Union City Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Union City ranges from $800 to $11,178 with an average monthly rent of $3,916.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Union City cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Union City range from $1,718 to $12,880. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,668.

How expensive are Downtown Union City Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 156 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Union City on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,300 to $17,007 - averaging $4,065 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.